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What do you mean by derivative?


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Derivative:

  1. A derivative is the instantaneous rate of change of a function with respect to any of its variables.
  2. It is usually represented as dfxdxor dydx.
  3. Graphically, the derivative is the slope of the tangent of a curve.

limx0dfdx=fx+x-fxx

Hence, the meaning of derivative is explained.


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